Aquarium ・ Oita · JAZA member

Umitamago大分マリーンパレス水族館「うみたまご」

An aquarium in Oita Prefecture whose motto is "the aquarium where you make friends with animals." It has a large circulating tank exhibiting spotted eagle rays and other species, a large coral tank, and a marine mammal zone with Steller sea lions and spotted seals. The hands-on facility "Asobeach," renovated in April 2025, offers a rock pool, a jellyfish ground, and more.

Access
From the Beppu Station-mae or Beppu Kitahama bus stop, take the Oita Kotsu bus bound for Oita Station and get off at "Takasakiyama Shizen Dobutsuen-mae" (about 15 minutes from Beppu Station, about 10 minutes from Kitahama).

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Basic Information

Umitamago basic information
TypeAquarium
LocationOita
JAZA MembershipJAZA member
OpenedUnconfirmed
Official / Social

Highlights

  1. Dolphin performance

    A dolphin performance, with a splash version in summer. Source

  2. Feeding experiences

    Hands-on programs such as "Norinori Tenori Fish!" and ray feeding. Source

  3. Backyard tour

    A tour of the areas behind the fish exhibits. Source

  4. Asobeach

    A hands-on facility renovated in April 2025, with a rock pool, a jellyfish ground, and more. Source

Access

From the Beppu Station-mae or Beppu Kitahama bus stop, take the Oita Kotsu bus bound for Oita Station and get off at "Takasakiyama Shizen Dobutsuen-mae" (about 15 minutes from Beppu Station, about 10 minutes from Kitahama). From Oita Station-mae, take a bus bound for Beppu for about 25 minutes and get off at the same "Takasakiyama Shizen Dobutsuen-mae" stop. Source

Hours and Admission

Hours and admission for Umitamago
HoursNormally 9:00–17:00 (entry until 30 minutes before closing). Hours differ during certain periods such as Golden Week, Obon, and Silver Week. Closed for three days, January 19–21, 2027. Source
AdmissionAdults (high school and older) ¥3,000; children (elementary and junior high) ¥1,500; preschoolers (age 4 and over) ¥1,000. Age 3 and under free. Source

Hours and admission may change.Check the Official Site for the latest information.

Animals You Can Meet

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Transferred and Connected Animals

1 animal

Born at this facility and now living at another facility.

No.0121In residence

Ichiko

いちこ

WalrusOdobenus rosmarus

Toba Aquarium

Sex
Female
Born
April 15, 2024
VU— Vulnerable

Events

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FAQ

Can I pay for tickets by credit card?
Yes. JCB, VISA, Mastercard, and other major credit cards are accepted, as are iD, QUICPay, and transit IC cards. Source
Does the disability discount also apply to a companion?
For each certificate holder, the discount applies to one accompanying caregiver as well. Source
Can I get a replacement if I lose my annual pass?
Yes, if it is still within its validity period. A reissue fee of ¥500 (tax included) per pass applies. Source
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Is there parking?
There are 800 spaces in total (5 in Lot 1 are reserved for visitors with disabilities). Standard cars ¥420, buses ¥1,050, motorcycles free. Source
Can I get there by bus from Beppu Station?
Yes. From Beppu Station-mae, take the Oita Kotsu bus bound for Oita Station and get off at "Takasakiyama Shizen Dobutsuen-mae"; about 15 minutes. Source

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Takasakiyamashizen Doubutsuen ¥500 09:00–17:00 — — —
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